Award-winning contractor will get you ready for warmer months ahead. Each year, Carrier, maker of high-tech furnaces and air conditioning units, nominates select contractors for two awards. One is known as the President’s Award and the other is for owners of heating and air conditioning service...

Tinley Park Kitchen & Bath Shoppe has been voted No. 1 for kitchen and bath remodeling in the Southland for five years in a row for a reason. They pride themselves on the knowledge and service that they bring to their customers. They can coordinate every aspect of the job to make it a smooth transition...

What is Gutter Helmet? A: Gutter Helmet is a patented gutter protection system designed to be installed right over your existing gutters. It keeps leaves, pine needles and other debris out of your gutters while allowing rainwater to flow freely. This revolutionary system protects your home from...

In a world full of misleading infomercials, where can you go to get the real scoop on what vacuum cleaner really works and really lasts? In its 77th year, The Henry Company has, like McDonalds, probably served millions of customers. They have a vacuum or cleaning machine for any job — even larger...

If you love the results of spring cleaning, but not the process, it could be that the methods and tools you’re using to get the job done are making the work harder than it needs to be. To get your to-dos done with less effort, consider these tips. Make it fun Before you even get started, take steps...

Going “green” has increasingly moved from a trend to a global initiative. But the best place for individuals to start minimizing their impact on the environment is in spaces where they spend the most time. Here are some ways people are reducing their carbon footprints at home and work. Flooring...

You may feel locked into the style you inherited when you purchased your house. But you have more power than you think to transform your reality home into your dream home. To make a big style impact, consider these upgrades and projects: Stunning curb appeal Don’t settle for a drab or standard...